West Berkshire · England
Sand Mastic in Inkpen
Sand mastic for Inkpen and the surrounding area: careful preparation, the right product and tidy work. Call for a quick quote.
- Mastic worn away on windows facing the weather
- Gaps where the frame meets the masonry
- Tired mastic found when preparing windows for paint
How we handle sand mastic in Inkpen
We work across Inkpen renewing sand mastic on sash windows and doors. Each joint is raked out, prepared and pointed by hand for a neat, traditional finish. We work on stone surrounds, timber door frames and period & listed homes, and people most often call us about gaps round a timber door in stone or brick and crumbling sand mastic round a window.
Around Inkpen, many homes face open ground, so their windows and doors take the full weather. Exposed frames and sills lose their mastic sooner than sheltered ones.
The work is guaranteed for twelve months. If something isn’t right with it in that time, tell us and we’ll put it right.
- Place
- Inkpen (RG17)
- Wider area
- West Berkshire
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Price
- A clear price before we start
- Telephone
- 0345 464 0079
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Frames and glazing around Inkpen
Historic houses like Stargroves (about 3.2 miles south-east) are a reminder that the area around Inkpen has older buildings as well as new. In older buildings, older frames set in brick or stone need a sealant that suits them, and sometimes that’s traditional sand mastic. Compared with the north and west, the South East gets less rain, yet outdoor joints still have to be sealed dry, so jobs are booked with the weather in mind.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Inkpen Primary School, larger buildings have plenty of frames, and the mastic around each one ages. For landlords with property near Kintbury station, any sash windows need sound mastic to keep draughts and rain out.
Inkpen is about 6 miles west of Newbury, in West Berkshire. For sand mastic in and around Inkpen, it’s easy to get a quote: please ring 0345 464 0079 or email us. We cover West Berkshire from our Crawley base. Our area takes in 155 places across West Berkshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Reading, about 22 miles away.
All of RG17 is covered for sand mastic, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Local streets include Folly Road, Post Office Road and Robins Hill, and we cover them all. Neighbouring places we cover for sand mastic include Inkpen Common (1 mile south-east), Upper Green (1 mile south), Hell Corner (1 mile east), Lower Green (1 mile west) and Kintbury (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Newbury (6 miles east), Thatcham (9 miles east), Speenhamland (6 miles east), Hungerford (3 miles north-west), Lambourn (9 miles north) and Shaw (7 miles east).
Landmarks near Inkpen
In Inkpen, that means homes and buildings near Crown and Garter pub. The closest station to Inkpen is Kintbury station, about 1.9 miles north-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Hamstead Marshall 3 (3.3 miles north-east). For a walk, there’s Kintbury Newt Ponds and Inkpen Hill.
What we cannot put right
We will not take on work that won’t last, so here’s what sealant can’t put right:
- Masonry that needs repairing
- Sash cords, weights and draught-proofing of the sashes
- Decayed frames that need repair
If you’re not sure, just call 0345 464 0079 or email us and we will give you a straight answer.
What we seal
- Brick reveals
- Sash and case windows
- Period & listed homes
- Stone surrounds
- Tenement windows
- Timber door frames
Quotes for sand mastic in Inkpen
Your quote is based on your job. We take into account:
- The old material and how stubborn it is
- How many rooms, windows or areas are involved
- The number and length of the joints
- How easy the joints are to reach
Doing several joints on one visit is usually more efficient than separate visits. We’ll give you a clear price for the lot.
Asking for a quote
When you contact us, these details help:
- The problem you’ve noticed
- Access, such as stairs, a lift or height
- A few photos by email, if you can
- How many joints, rooms or windows are involved
There’s no standard price list, because every job is different. Instead, we give you a clear quote for your job. To arrange one, ring 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email.
How the job changes by surface
Stone surrounds
We take care not to mark the stone when the old mastic comes out.
Brick reveals
Brick reveals round timber windows are often pointed with sand mastic. It gives a traditional finish.
Leave it or put it right?
New mastic over crumbling mastic will not hold. Raking out and preparing the joint gives it a sound base so the new work lasts. Older cottages and farmhouses around Inkpen can have timber floors and frames, and water through a failed joint can rot timber if it’s left.
A failed joint rarely gets cheaper to fix by waiting, because water and mould keep working on it. If you are not sure whether it needs doing, phone 0345 464 0079 or send us an email for an honest opinion and a quote.
Why book with us
- Homes, businesses and hotels
- A 12-month guarantee on all work
- Trusted Arbo and Everbuild sealants
- We are fully insured
Take a look at our cost guide or what customers say.
Inkpen: your questions answered
Is Inkpen within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our work covers London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Is Inkpen in your area for sand mastic?
Yes, Inkpen is within the area we cover. Our work covers London and the South East. You can call 0345 464 0079 or email us and let us know what needs doing.
How long does sand mastic take to go off?
A skin forms quite soon, but full hardening takes longer. We will explain what to expect before we leave.
Do you work for hotels and businesses?
Yes. We work in offices, washrooms, hotels and other commercial premises. Working times can be discussed when we quote.
Do I need to be at home?
We need access to the joints, so we’ll agree that with you when we book. For inside work, that normally means someone being in.
Can old silicone round a sash window be swapped for sand mastic?
Normally, yes. Once the silicone is out and the joint prepared we point it with sand mastic.
Do you hold any approvals?
Yes. We are approved under the ARBOMaster scheme, which is run for the Arbo sealant brand.
Which products do you use?
Quality sealants from brands including Arbo and Everbuild, picked for each joint. We explain the product when we quote.
Common problems we fix in Inkpen
Some old mastic was never deep enough. A thin layer does not hold well so we make sure the new mastic is the right thickness.
Keep an eye out for these signs:
- Open joints round the window box
- Draughty sash windows at the surround
- Weathered mastic on the most exposed windows
- Mastic dropping out of the joint
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Michael, the windows may be timber, sash or later replacements, and each needs the right sealant against the wall.
Comparing quotes
- Is the old sealant removed completely?
- What preparation is included
- How hidden problems are handled
- How much experience the applicator has
How the visit works
You don’t need to clear the whole room or building, only the area right around the joints. We protect the rest, and the job takes anything from a few hours to a full day, depending on how many windows in most cases. In a small place like Inkpen, access is usually the main thing to plan. For outside work, also let us know about exposed walls and any outbuildings involved.
- We check each window surround and the condition of the joint.
- The joint is raked out and cleaned.
- We fill deep gaps so the new mastic is not too thick.
- We point the joint with sand mastic by hand.
- The finish is dressed neatly.
How to prepare
- Tell us about any previous sealing or DIY attempts
- Try not to wet indoor joints just before the visit
- Tell us about any water getting in
Getting a quote
Getting a quote is simple: let us know the job and the location. A few pictures by email make the job easier to understand.
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Should I try it myself first?
Some jobs are best left to a professional: work at height, external movement joints, fire-rated sealant and large areas call for the right materials, safe access and experience.
If you do try it yourself, take your time over the preparation: remove every trace of old sealant, clean and dry the joint, and follow the product’s cure time. If it doesn’t work out, we can still put it right.